Branding for Nonprofits 201: Applying Best Practices for Design

$50.00

3 to 5 hours

This is the second course in the Branding for Nonprofits series. With a deeper understanding of basic design principles along with a comprehensive brand book, nonprofits and libraries can create materials that not only stand out, but demonstrate a cohesive brand.

identify and apply best qualities and characteristics of typography, imagery, and color for your organization

evaluate visual content using design standards and best practices

About the course

This 200-level on-demand course offers self-paced content for the advanced beginner. This can include videos, self-assessments, activities, checklists, links to external resources, handouts, live events and quizzes. All course content is available for at least one year, or until the course content is no longer relevant. Live events are always recorded and archived in the course for you to access at your convenience.

You can gain TechPoints by accessing and interacting with course content such as watching a video, completing an evaluation and clicking on links. This course requires you to earn 40 TechPoints to access your course certification.

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Facilitators

Susan Hope Bard

TechSoup

Susan is the director of solutions and services at TechSoup where she works to create engaging online trainings for nonprofits and libraries. Prior to joining TechSoup, Susan created, managed and delivered training programs for the American Red Cross and the American Library Association.

Guest Experts

Gopika Prabhu

Elefint

Gopika started Elefint as a way to bring thoughtful design to world-changing brands. In addition to leading a multidisciplinary team in a variety of print and interactive pieces, Gopika also teaches design at the University of San Francisco, curates events, and leads workshops focused on design for social impact. Her work has been featured in Fast Company, GOOD, Wired Italy, and Design Like You Give a Damn. Gopika is an active member of the design community and has given talks at Facebook’s Women in Design, SXSWi, SOCAP, and Net Impact.

Abigail Maravalli

Elefint

Prior to Elefint, Abigail produced social issue documentary films and consulted on audience engagement strategies in Washington, DC. As a design producer, she works cross-functionally to collaborate with clients, designers, engineering teams, and partners to seamlessly manage Elefint’s print, digital, and branding projects. She earned an MA in International Relations and a BS in Sociology, and has studied and volunteered throughout the Middle East, India, South Africa, and Brazil.